Hi Peter! You are NOT wrong. It is one of the classic challenges of grading, and quite frankly one that even the experts disagree on.
p.p.s. I could certainly be wrong as to why the crumbling takes place (i.e. die erosion), but I am 99% certain the dime is as-struck from the US mint.
G, You know I respect you, brother, and you are right to be suspicious, but I do really think you're wrong in this case.....Mike p.s. here's an...
That's odd. Description says silver, pictures say clad.
I suspect it is die erosion (sometimes called die crumbling). Look carefully -- it's not that the denticles are becoming longer, but rather the...
The auction has been pulled. :)
My guess: AU something.
+3 -- send it to NCS. Coming from a copper collector: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR CONSERVE IT YOURSELF. I think when you get it back it...
Very interesting coin! Thanks for sharing... A few points. First off, I don't necessarily buy this was a new die or trial piece. While...
finest known PCGS memorial lincoln + registry madness = ridiculous prices
Please look for that -- I've not seen anything said by Mr. Guth to that effect. FYI, if you look at the number to the right of the decimal...
Two points: #1 - Be VERY carefuly with ultra-high-grade NGC coins. They are often overgraded. #2 - Both, yes both, coins appear to me to be...
No, they aren't going to have a special slab (a mistake, IMO) -- and that one looks like the real McCoy....Mike
I believe the listing is against eBay rules (naming a grade in the title for an ungraded coin) and have reported it.
Nope, just a bit of a weak strike, IMO.
I'll try and take photos this week and post them.... I have silver coins in the 7070 that have started to tone (SLQ, SAE, and a commem, IIRC),...
p.s. if you are a novice, I would strongly suggest that you purchase a certified example, or if you buy a raw one you buy it from a professional...
My suggestion is that you not buy a 61. I think you will find that most of the 61's are, well, beat up, and you'll find a much more attractive...
Looks MS to me -- I see no wear -- I'd guess 64 or 65. But the lack of luster does have me confused and concerned (might just be the photo).
Thanks for the kind words. BTW, the coin is a proof, which explains the strike. Finding an MS coin struck like this would be a real find!
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